NKANA MP BINWELL MPUNDU WITHDRAWS FROM 2026 PARLIAMENTARY RACE.
Nkana Constituency Member of Parliament Binwell Mpundu has announced that he will not defend his parliamentary seat in the August 13, 2026 General Elections, citing ongoing court battles and dissatisfaction with the current parliamentary leadership.
Mr. Mpundu says his focus is now on what he describes as the bigger mission of removing the United Party for National Development government from power, while also dealing with a sedition case which he claims is politically motivated.
He further alleges that the case is intended to trigger a by-election in Nkana Constituency but maintains that he will continue appearing before the courts as a law-abiding citizen.
By Respite Kaoma,
Mafken FM
Binwell Mpundu has sensed the danger of being humiliated politically, having realised that the ground is hot and that he may not win a parliamentary election in August 2026. UPND has demonstrated that it is a democratic party. Its internal nominations and adoption elections for members at all levels have been well coordinated and organised. The party has given all aspiring candidates an opportunity to participate, while members in wards, constituencies, and districts are allowed to decide. So far, the primary elections are being conducted in a free, fair, and transparent environment.
UPND critics and soothsayers are disappointed because their accusations and claims that UPND is not democratic have proven to have no truth or basis. The leadership of His Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema should be commended for setting the bar higher and promoting inclusivity.